The California Department of Education encourages LivingWorks Start as recommended suicide prevention training to California Staff and Students statewide
The LivingWorks Start training is accessible to students, staff, and teachers in middle and high schools who reside in California. Click here to purchase your training.
72% of participants feel more confident supporting someone in need
87% of students and staff would encourage others to take LivingWorks Start
96% know how to access support if they ever struggle with thoughts of suicide
In just 90 minutes online, LivingWorks Start teaches trainees to recognize when someone is thinking about suicide and connect them to help and support.
When you sign up for LivingWorks Start training, you’ll learn a powerful four-step model to keep someone safe from suicide, and you’ll have a chance to practice it with impactful simulations.
LivingWorks Start teaches valuable skills to everyone 13 and older and requires no formal training or prior experience in suicide prevention.
Safety resources and support are available throughout the program.
In the conversations you’re already having, within the community you’re already a part of, you can be the difference for someone struggling. LivingWorks Start is a powerful, skills-based training that equips you to recognize when someone needs help and guide them to support — all in just 90 minutes online.
You don’t have to start something new or go looking for people in crisis. This training strengthens the connections you already have, giving you the confidence to respond with care and take a pivotal first step in suicide intervention.
Recognizing its impact, the California Department of Education recommends LivingWorks Start as the preferred training for students, teachers, staff and student caregivers statewide.
Take action today. One conversation can change everything.
Visit LivingWorks blog to read stories of hope, resilience, and suicide prevention. Please visit the LivingWorks website to purchase a LivingWorks Start license today, and begin your journey of learning valuable skills on suicide prevention.
For any inquiries, questions, or comments, please email: mandy.armstrong@livingworks.net
For any inquiries, questions, or comments, please email: mandy.armstrong@livingworks.net
